Gynecologic Surgery
From the Journals
Frailty screening should be routine in endometrial cancer surgery
FDA/CDC
FDA supports robotic device as hysterectomy helper
Robotically assisted surgical device approved as option for hysterectomy in noncancerous cases.
From the Journals
Prophylactic NPWT may not improve complication rate after gynecologic surgery
The study results do not entirely resolve the question in patients with higher BMI, according to Dr. Sarah Temkin.
FDA/CDC
FDA finalizes guidance for power morcellators in gynecologic surgery
The agency noted that physicians should conduct a thorough preoperative screening and that the devices should only be used for hysterectomies and...
Conference Coverage
Cervical cancer recurrence patterns differ after laparoscopic and open hysterectomy
The likelihood of recurrence at certain sites and the timing of recurrence may relate to the surgical approach.
Conference Coverage
Two-layer vaginal cuff closure may protect against laparoscopic hysterectomy complications
Fewer vaginal cuff complications occurred in patients whose surgeons used the two-layer technique instead of the one-layer technique.
Conference Coverage
Researchers evaluate gynecology-specific laparoscopic simulator
Students’ confidence appears similar doing a simulated laparoscopic suturing task whether they train with a standard or gynecology-specific...
Conference Coverage
Is a pelvic examination necessary 6 weeks after hysterectomy?
In asymptomatic women, pelvic examinations at 6 weeks may not detect cuff dehiscence or rule out future risk.
Opinion
Adenomyosis: An update on imaging, medical, and surgical treatment
This benign disorder affects one-fifth to more than one-third of women.
Opinion
Adenomyosis: While a last resort, surgery remains an option
Medical treatment with oral contraceptives, progestins, or the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine device (Mirena) will relieve symptoms for...
From the Journals
POP surgeries not tied to decreased sexual functioning
Pelvic organ prolapse surgeries should be planned with the goal of optimizing sexual function postoperatively.